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People who stop using weight-loss injections regain all the weight they lost in under two years, according to a major new analysis. The study, led by researchers at the University of Oxford and published in the BMJ, reviewed 37 studies involving more than 9,300 participants using GLP-1 agonist medications. These drugs, originally developed for diabetes, suppress appetite by mimicking the GLP-1 hormone. Researchers found that after stopping treatment, participants regained weight at an average rate of 0.4kg per month, returning to their original weight within about 1.7 years. On average, people lost 8.3kg while on medication but regained 4.8kg within…
Federal guidance mixes classic advice with new priorities US officials released updated dietary guidelines on Wednesday, combining long-standing nutrition recommendations with new emphasis. The guidance reflects Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s Make America Healthy Again agenda. It urges Americans to eat more protein, choose healthy fats, and reduce ultraprocessed foods and added sugar. Kennedy spoke at the White House, urging Americans to eat real food. He described the guidance as practical, clear, and easy to follow. The 2020 guidelines spanned nearly 150 pages and offered detailed recommendations for all age groups. The new edition condenses guidance to a few…
US President Donald Trump said Venezuela will transfer up to 50 million barrels of oil to the United States. He linked the move to a US military operation that removed President Nicolás Maduro from power. Trump estimated the oil’s value at about $2.8bn. He described it as high quality and sanctioned crude. He announced the plan on social media. He said the oil would sell at market prices. He added that he would control the revenue. He said the funds would benefit people in Venezuela and the United States. Trump said US oil companies would restart operations in Venezuela quickly.…
The White House has said the use of the US military remains an option as President Donald Trump renews his push to bring Greenland under American control, arguing that the vast Arctic island is critical to US national security. Trump first floated the idea of purchasing Greenland during his initial term in office, but the proposal has returned to the spotlight following a recent US military operation overseas and growing concern in Washington over Russian and Chinese activity in the Arctic. Trump Frames Greenland as a Security Priority White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said President Trump sees control of…
Nottingham Forest inflicted further misery on West Ham United with a late 2-1 comeback win at the London Stadium. West Ham took the lead through a Tomas Soucek effort but failed to build control, while a disallowed goal early in the second half proved a turning point. Forest responded immediately as Nicolás Domínguez headed in from a corner, exposing West Ham’s ongoing fragility at set pieces. With the home side chasing a winner, a clumsy challenge by Alphonse Areola on Morgan Gibbs-White led to a VAR review and a decisive penalty in the 89th minute. Gibbs-White converted calmly to seal…
Manchester City will be without Rúben Dias for up to six weeks after a hamstring injury. The setback deepens Pep Guardiola’s defensive crisis, with Joško Gvardiol also sidelined for the season. City are considering a move for Marc Guéhi while progressing a deal for Antoine Semenyo. The forward is due to undergo a medical after City agreed to trigger his £65m release clause. With several players injured or away at Afcon, Guardiola said the squad must cope, ruling out a major spending spree.
A new travel guide is inspiring Americans to explore their own country in 2026. The guide highlights flight deals, popular destinations, and unique experiences designed to boost domestic tourism. Travel experts say the guide is especially helpful for families, solo travelers, and couples looking to plan affordable trips. It features a range of options from short weekend escapes to longer vacation itineraries across the U.S. One focus of the guide is iconic road trips. Routes like the Pacific Coast Highway, Route 66, and the Blue Ridge Parkway are featured with tips on where to stay, eat, and visit along the…
North Korea says leader Kim Jong-un has personally overseen new test-flights of hypersonic missiles, stressing the need to further strengthen the country’s nuclear deterrent as Pyongyang steps up weapons demonstrations ahead of a major political meeting. State media reported the tests on Monday, a day after South Korea and neighbouring countries said they detected multiple ballistic missile launches and accused the North of heightened military provocation. Kim Jong-un doubles down on military expansion According to the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA), Sunday’s drill involved a hypersonic weapon system and was aimed at checking combat readiness, improving the operational skills of…
Novo Nordisk has launched the first GLP-1 weight-loss pill in the US at a lower price than injections. The once-daily Wegovy pill, approved just before Christmas, is the only GLP-1 tablet currently on the market. Cash-paying patients can access the starting dose for $149 a month, far below typical injectable prices. The pill is expected to broaden appeal due to its needle-free convenience. The launch accelerates competition with Eli Lilly, whose injectable drugs Mounjaro and Zepbound dominate the market. Novo hopes the pill will help regain market share after profit warnings and restructuring. The drug is available through major US…
The traditional New Year auction at Tokyo’s Toyosu fish market made headlines once again after a gigantic bluefin tuna fetched an astonishing price, underlining both the prestige of the event and Japan’s enduring love affair with premium seafood. A Record-Breaking Catch at Toyosu A 243 kilogram Pacific bluefin tuna was sold for a staggering 510 million yen, around €2.78 million, at the first auction of 2026. The predawn sale drew intense attention as bidders crowded the market floor, inspecting rows of tuna laid out with their tails cut to reveal the quality of the flesh. The winning bid came from…
